Two home runs by Yandy Diaz, a strong start by Drew Rasmussen and some quality relief work adds up to a much-needed win.

Yandy Diaz hit two home runs off Blake Snell, Drew Rasmussen threw 5 1/3 scoreless innings and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-0 on Saturday. In front of a sold-out crowd of 10,046,

The Tampa Bay Rays needed an ace to stop their struggles Saturday, and they got it from Drew Rasmussen. He pitched five-plus scoreless innings in the Rays' 4-0 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers, and got offensive helpo from Yandy Diaz,

Yandy Diaz hit two home runs off Blake Snell, Drew Rasmussen threw 5 1/3 scoreless innings and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Los Angeles Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed Blake Snell to a five-year, $182-million deal after he posted a 3.12 ERA in 20 starts with the Giants last year. He hasn't pitched in the majors since April due to shoulder inflammation, but his arm should be stretched out after making four rehab appearances.

The Los Angeles Dodgers go on the road to play against the Tampa Bay Rays in the second game of their series on Saturday. Los Angeles has won three of its last four games, including a 5-0 shutout win over Tampa Bay last night.

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